To many people, summer is all about heading outside to enjoy the weather. But getting too much sun can be dangerous. To have a fun-filled summer with your family this year, remember that it’s essential to protect yourself from harmful UV rays. Keep Your Family Safe HOWMUCH SUNSHINE IS TOOMUCH? Covering your skin is one of the best ways to avoid skin damage. Wide- brimmed hats, long-sleeved shirts, and long pants or skirts can protect your skin from direct exposure to UV rays. While this tactic protects you from the sun, it offers poor defense against the heat. So, if you opt for cooler attire, it’s important to cover all exposed skin with a copious amount of sunscreen. Be sure to reapply every two hours for maximum skin protection. If you’re planning to spend a significant amount of time in the sun, consider your environment. Will there be plenty of shade? Will you have to bring your own? What’s the best way to step out of the sun for a few minutes? Wearing sunscreen and protective clothing are great ways to shield yourself from UV rays, but it’s important to avoid being in direct sunlight for long periods. Taking a break from the sun gives your body the time it needs to recuperate and helps prevent sunburn and heatstroke. Spend Less Time in the Sun Cover Up
Common Myths About Sun Exposure
Many people think that a tan is better than a sunburn, but the result of tanning is still sun damage. When your skin tone changes due to the sun, regardless of whether it tans or turns red, it’s a result of the epidermis reacting to damage caused by UV rays. Both are symptoms of harmed skin. While vitamin D is important, the sun does not contribute to its creation as much as you might think. Doris Day, a New York City dermatologist, explains that if your skin were to constantly produce vitamin D from being in the sun, it would reach toxic levels. Vitamin D is the only vitamin that your body can produce on its own, through a common form of cholesterol or 7-dehydrocholesterol. Spending time in the sun does help vitamin D form, but you need far less exposure than you think.
Knowing how to protect yourself from UV rays is the first step to having a safe, fun-filled summer!
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CHARRED CHILI-CHEESE CORN
Ingredients
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4 ears of corn, husked
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
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4 tablespoons high-smoke- point oil, such as canola or vegetable
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2 ounces fresh cotija cheese (or feta), crumbled
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1/4 cup cilantro
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1 large shallot, thinly sliced
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1/2 red chili (such as Freson) or jalapeño, thinly sliced
Directions
1. Heat grill to medium.
chilis, lime juice, cheese, and remaining oil.
2. Brush corn with 2 tablespoons oil and grill until visibly charred, 10–12 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
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3. Cut kernels off cob and combine with shallots,
Recipe courtesy of Bon Appetit Magazine
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